Best Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

1Gensen Yakitori Isseki Sanchou Hon Ten

Shiodome Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 130-second walk from Shimbashi Station! Perfect for dates, girls' nights, business dinners, and entertaining guests. Enjoy Japanese sake, shochu, wine, and whiskey!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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2Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Nanba Sennichimae Ten

Namba Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Dumpling

3.49

218

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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3Yakitori Tsukada Shibuya

Shibuya Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

[3 minutes walk from Shibuya Station] Enjoy a course meal of yakitori from rare local chicken cuts that only 1% of the chicken is in circulation, and wine!

3.41

235

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

A wide variety of skewers, starting with our signature vegetable-wrapped skewers. Enjoy the impressive scale of our four-story building with a total of 109 seats!

3.42

345

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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5Ginza Torishin

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Enjoy exquisite yakitori grilled over Tosa Binchotan charcoal in a refined setting, with counter and private room options available. Counter seating starts at 4 PM.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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6Tokyo Kotetsu Shibuya Ten

Shibuya Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Teppanyaki, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

《Available seats today 3/1◎》 【1 minute walk from Shibuya Station】 SNS-friendly Lemon Sour, Kyushu Vegetable Rolls, and Shumai◎

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Yakitori Shinohara

Nogizaka Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza korido ten

Ginza Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.31

198

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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9Kokekokko

Kyoto Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Steak, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

A masterpiece created by the quality of ingredients and the craftsmanship, slowly grilled over Binchotan charcoal.

3.48

606

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Yakitori Hirano

Higashi Ginza Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

The chicken retains its moisture without being moved. The flavor is released only when you bite into it.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

11Wabiya Koreki Do Gion Hanami Koji Honten

Gion Shijo Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

Gion Hanamikoji, a vibrant area in Kyoto. Indulge in flavorful local chicken paired with carefully selected fine sake.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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12Yakitori Kurogane

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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13Yakitori Torina

Tenjimbashisuji Rokuchome Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Just a 5-minute walk from Tenma Station, enjoy authentic yakitori grilled over binchotan charcoal in a relaxed atmosphere!

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Yakitori Tsukiya

Ginza Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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15Izumo Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

New Year Party Reservations Now Open! All-You-Can-Drink Course ◇ Private Room Available! Smoking Allowed! Enjoy with Eel Skewers!

3.47

502

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

16Kiyamachi Dojo Kyoto Kawaramachi Honten

Kyoto Kawaramachi Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Seafood

3.15

104

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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17GEKIBUTORI Kabukicho Ten

Seibu Shinjuku Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Kushiyaki

Cheers at a lively izakaya featuring delicious charcoal-grilled domestic chicken skewers! All-you-can-drink starts from JPY 1,078!

3.47

195

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
  • Halal options
  • Kosher options
  • Hindu options
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18Shunsai Nabura

Higashi Honganji Mae Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Oden
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
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19Torisato Bettei

Shimbashi Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Just a 4-minute walk from Shimbashi Station, this upscale yakitori spot is perfect for business meetings or special occasions. Enjoy high-quality grilled chicken in a serene atmosphere with private rooms and a stylish counter.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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20Kanzenkoshituizakaya kushiya sanzou Yurakucho Ten

Yurakucho Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Robatayaki

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability